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20130297911 | CHECKPOINTED BUFFER FOR RE-ENTRY FROM RUNAHEAD - Embodiments related to re-dispatching an instruction selected for re-execution from a buffer upon a microprocessor re-entering a particular execution location after runahead are provided. In one example, a microprocessor is provided. The example microprocessor includes fetch logic, one or more execution mechanisms for executing a retrieved instruction provided by the fetch logic, and scheduler logic for scheduling the retrieved instruction for execution. The example scheduler logic includes a buffer for storing the retrieved instruction and one or more additional instructions, the scheduler logic being configured, upon the microprocessor re-entering at a particular execution location after runahead, to re-dispatch, from the buffer, an instruction that has been previously dispatched to one of the execution mechanisms. | 11-07-2013 |
20140136891 | MANAGING POTENTIALLY INVALID RESULTS DURING RUNAHEAD - Embodiments related to managing potentially invalid results generated/obtained by a microprocessor during runahead are provided. In one example, a method for operating a microprocessor includes causing the microprocessor to enter runahead upon detection of a runahead event. The example method also includes, during runahead, determining that an operation associated with an instruction referencing a storage location would produce a potentially invalid result based on a value of an architectural poison bit associated with the storage location and performing a different operation in response. | 05-15-2014 |
20140164736 | LAZY RUNAHEAD OPERATION FOR A MICROPROCESSOR - Embodiments related to managing lazy runahead operations at a microprocessor are disclosed. For example, an embodiment of a method for operating a microprocessor described herein includes identifying a primary condition that triggers an unresolved state of the microprocessor. The example method also includes identifying a forcing condition that compels resolution of the unresolved state. The example method also includes, in response to identification of the forcing condition, causing the microprocessor to enter a runahead mode. | 06-12-2014 |
20140164738 | INSTRUCTION CATEGORIZATION FOR RUNAHEAD OPERATION - Embodiments related to methods and devices operative, in the event that execution of an instruction produces a runahead-triggering event, to cause a microprocessor to enter into and operate in a runahead without reissuing the instruction are provided. In one example, a microprocessor is provided. The example microprocessor includes fetch logic for retrieving an instruction, scheduling logic for issuing the instruction retrieved by the fetch logic for execution, and runahead control logic. The example runahead control logic is operative, in the event that execution of the instruction as scheduled by the scheduling logic produces a runahead-triggering event, to cause the microprocessor to enter into and operate in a runahead mode without reissuing the instruction, and carry out runahead policies while the microprocessor is in the runahead mode that governs operation of the microprocessor and cause the microprocessor to operate differently than when not in the runahead mode. | 06-12-2014 |
20140189313 | QUEUED INSTRUCTION RE-DISPATCH AFTER RUNAHEAD - Various embodiments of microprocessors and methods of operating a microprocessor during runahead operation are disclosed herein. One example method of operating a microprocessor includes identifying a runahead-triggering event associated with a runahead-triggering instruction and, responsive to identification of the runahead-triggering event, entering runahead operation and inserting the runahead-triggering instruction along with one or more additional instructions in a queue. The example method also includes resuming non-runahead operation of the microprocessor in response to resolution of the runahead-triggering event and re-dispatching the runahead-triggering instruction along with the one or more additional instructions from the queue to the execution logic. | 07-03-2014 |
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20110025980 | PERSPECTIVE VISION TUNNEL - Devices and methods for testing a subject's visual ability are provided. More specifically, the device may include a perspective vision tunnel comprised of plurality of low reflectance walls with one or more mirrors arranged within the perspective vision tunnel. Visual indicia for administering the test of a subject's visual ability are displayed into a first portion of the perspective vision tunnel. The one or more mirrors are arranged to reflect the visual indicia out of the first portion such that visual indicia may be visually perceived by the subject. In accordance with the invention, a subject may be tested utilizing the perspective vision tunnel and input may be received from the individual. The received input may then, for example, be used to compute data related to the user's visual ability. | 02-03-2011 |
20110028800 | COMPACT MOTION-SIMULATING DEVICE - A reaction-testing system is provided to simulate motion to an individual. Generally, the reaction-testing system includes a motion-simulating device, a reflective device, a control unit, and an input device that is activated by an individual In exemplary embodiments, the motion-simulating device includes a beam that accommodates a first and second plurality of light sources capable of, at least, alternating between an active and idle condition. These light sources are arranged amongst occlusion features in a mounting pattern such that light emitted from the first plurality is directly viewable by an individual and light emitted from the second plurality is indirectly viewed by the individual through the reflecting surface. The control unit is configured to sequentially activate the light sources sequentially to generate pulses of light on that, when perceived by the individual, appear as a light moving along a vector. | 02-03-2011 |
20110190724 | PROCESS AND SYSTEM FOR IONTOPHORETIC WRINKLE REDUCTION - A method and system for wrinkle reduction. The method includes the steps of positioning and applying a patch to skin of a consumer and adhesively securing the patch to the skin. A chemical composition on the patch includes both active ingredients and adhesive. A pair of electrodes are connected to a battery-driven, microprocessor-based controller. A current is applied through the electrodes in the patch for a selected time. The chemical composition in the patch is propelled into the consumer through use of the current in order to relax the skin of the consumer. The patch is removed and any residue of the chemical composition is massaged into the skin. | 08-04-2011 |
20140288527 | PROCESS AND SYSTEM FOR IONTOPHORETIC WRINKLE REDUCTION - A method and system for wrinkle reduction. The method includes the steps of positioning and applying a patch to skin of a consumer and adhesively securing the patch to the skin. A chemical composition on the patch includes both active ingredients and adhesive. A pair of electrodes are connected to a battery-driven, microprocessor-based controller. A current is applied through the electrodes in the patch for a selected lime. The chemical composition in the patch is propelled into the consumer through use of the current in order to relax the skin or the consumer. The patch is removed and any residue of the chemical composition is massaged into the skin. | 09-25-2014 |
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20100075809 | Portable Hurdle - A portable hurdle for use primarily athletes has a base portion operably secured to a bow portion that holds the hurdle to a predefined height when the bow portion is placed in tension by a securing structure. The hurdle lays substantially flat when the bow portion is returned to its neutral position. In one disclosed embodiment, the securing structure is a trap that forms the top of the hurdle. In other disclosed embodiments, the base portion defines the top of the hurdle. An adjustment structure allows for adjustment of the hurdle's height. | 03-25-2010 |
20120015780 | PORTABLE HURDLE - A portable hurdle for use primarily athletes has a base portion operably secured to a bow portion that holds the hurdle to a predefined height when the bow portion is placed in tension by a securing structure. The hurdle lays substantially flat when the bow portion is returned to its neutral position. In one disclosed embodiment, the securing structure is a trap that forms the top of the hurdle. In other disclosed embodiments, the base portion defines the top of the hurdle. An adjustment structure allows for adjustment of the hurdle's height. | 01-19-2012 |
20130079197 | PORTABLE HURDLE - A portable hurdle for use primarily athletes has a base portion operably secured to a bow portion that holds the hurdle to a predefined height when the bow portion is placed in tension by a securing structure. The hurdle lays substantially flat when the bow portion is returned to its neutral position. In one disclosed embodiment, the securing structure is a trap that forms the top of the hurdle. In other disclosed embodiments, the base portion defines the top of the hurdle. An adjustment structure allows for adjustment of the hurdle's height. | 03-28-2013 |
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20090129205 | Reaction, performance and response time testing system - An athletic performance measurement system determines the reaction time, performance time and response time for an athlete to perform an event. A timing processor is in communication with two spaced-apart switches and when the athlete activates the first switch, it sets in motion a system for randomly activating a transducer that alerts the athlete to start the test. The athlete manipulates the first switch in response to detecting the activated transducer while the device measures the time it takes for this activity, thereby defining the athlete's reaction time. Then, the athlete manipulates the spaced apart second switch while the system monitors the time it takes to perform this task, thereby defining the athlete's performance time. The total response time is then calculated by adding the reaction time to the performance time. A testing protocol for performing a plurality of timed tests and averaging the scores is also disclosed. | 05-21-2009 |
20090289773 | EXTENDING THE READ RANGE OF PASSIVE RFID TAGS - An embodiment of the present invention improves the efficiency of radio frequency identification (RFID) systems and helps to extend the effective read range for certain configurations of closely spaced RFID tags. Specifically, an embodiment helps to minimize energy losses that result when there is excess energy from the excitation source. This excess energy has the potential to damage the circuitry in RFID tags. A shunt regulator is often used to protect the RFID circuitry by clamping the voltage, but has the undesirable effect of converting this excess excitation energy into heat. Various embodiments are directed toward using only as much of the excitation energy as necessary to power the RFID circuitry. These embodiments include circuitry for a constant current power supply that can be implemented either with discrete components or built into a new ASIC design; a network that minimizes the amount of energy that is converted to heat by the shunt regulator built into many RFID circuits; and/or a sleep mode for reducing the energy consumed by an RFID tag after it has been read. An embodiment may have the benefit of making more of the excitation energy available to power other RFID tags nearby—thereby improving system performance and read range. | 11-26-2009 |
20100013602 | H-Field Shaping Using a Shorting Loop - In one embodiment the present invention includes a radio frequency identification (RFID) system with a shorting loop. The shorting loop at least partially surrounds the antenna. The shorting loop distorts the electromagnetic field generated by the antenna to improve the definition of the border of the read region of the antenna. In this manner, the RFID system provides more accurate discrimination between RFID tags inside the read region versus RFID tags outside the read region (i.e., improves the accuracy of determining that a particular RFID tag is inside the read region). | 01-21-2010 |
20100176924 | RFID System with Improved Tracking Position Accuracy - In one embodiment the present invention includes a radio frequency identification (RFID) system. The RFID system includes a reader system that generates electromagnetic energy, reader antennas that communicate information with RFID tags using the electromagnetic energy, switches that are coupled to the reader antennas. The reader system selectively controls the switches to short adjacent reader antennas. In this manner, the target (RFID tag) may be located with improved positional accuracy. | 07-15-2010 |
20100305447 | Acoustic medical sensor for ultrasound imaging - A finger mounted acoustic sensor. Various embodiments of the finger mounted acoustic sensors include sensors mounted within a casing designed to fit between fingers. The sensor may be rotated with respect to the casing. Other embodiments include mounting tubes for wearing on a finger. Sensors are embedded in the tube and on the rings such that they are easily positioned using technician's fingers. Other embodiments include rings for mounting sensors on and for steadying the sensors. The hand and finger mounted sensors may be used to provide necessary pressure to the sensor and yet provide a sensor that may be manipulated using hand and finger motion. In other embodiments sensors having a local disconnect are disclosed. Such disconnects may be attached to the clothing of a medical professional, attached via a wrist or armband or the like. Various sensor packages may be accompanied by the use of a flat or flex cable to minimize the torque necessary to manipulate the sensor. Such sensors can be used with a ultrasound platform for generating, processing and displaying ultrasound images. | 12-02-2010 |
20120138881 | Slack Rope and Lift Control For Use With Plow - A system for controlling slack in a winch rope associated with a vehicle can include a winch, a plow, and a support member pivotably coupled to the plow and carrying a pulley that receives the rope for raising and lowering the plow. A limit switch can be operatively associated with the winch and configured to selectively enable and disable lowering of the plow by the winch. A first member can be carried by the support member and operatively associated with the switch. A biasing member can bias the support member to a first position when a load on the winch rope is below a predetermined threshold. The first member can be in at least substantial alignment with the switch when in the first position. The switch can change an activation state upon the first member being in the first position to automatically disable lowering of the plow by the winch. | 06-07-2012 |
20130162409 | H-Field Shaping using a Shorting Loop - In one embodiment the present invention includes a radio frequency identification (RFID) system with a shorting loop. The shorting loop at least partially surrounds the antenna. The shorting loop distorts the electromagnetic field generated by the antenna to improve the definition of the border of the read region of the antenna. In this manner, the RFID system provides more accurate discrimination between RFID tags inside the read region versus RFID tags outside the read region (i.e., improves the accuracy of determining that a particular RFID tag is inside the read region). | 06-27-2013 |
20130181820 | Extending the Read Range of Passive RFID Tags - An embodiment of the present invention improves the efficiency of radio frequency identification (RFID) systems and helps to extend the effective read range for certain configurations of closely spaced RFID tags. Specifically, an embodiment helps to minimize energy losses that result when there is excess energy from the excitation source. Various embodiments are directed toward using only as much of the excitation energy as necessary to power the RFID circuitry. An embodiment may have the benefit of making more of the excitation energy available to power other RFID tags nearby—thereby improving system performance and read range. | 07-18-2013 |
20130233923 | Enhancing the Efficiency of Energy Transfer to/from Passive ID Circuits Using Ferrite Cores - In one embodiment the present invention includes an RFID gaming token with a ferrite core. When the RFID gaming tokens are stacked, the ferrite cores steer the flux field from the excitation antenna through the center of the annular antennas in each token. The resulting flux field increases the efficiency of the energy transfer from the excitation antenna to the passive tags. This increased efficiency also improves the data transfer to and from the passive tags. This increased efficiency allows for reading RFID gaming tokens at a higher stack height (or at a better error rate for a given stack height) as compared to existing air core gaming tokens. | 09-12-2013 |
20140110317 | AUTOMATED DEVICE FOR POINT-OF-CARE CELL PROCESSING - The invention is directed to a device for the concentration of fluids comprising a donor receptacle containing a fluid to be concentrated, the donor receptacle comprising a plunger; a receiving receptacle to receive the concentrated fluid, the receiving receptacle comprising a plunger; a concentrator device that is connected to the donor receptacle and the receiving receptacle; and a housing that encloses the donor and receiving receptacles and the concentrator device that the plungers of the donor and receiving receptacles are enclosed within chambers that are gas tight. | 04-24-2014 |
20140110913 | AUTOMATED WORK STATION FOR POINT-OF-CARE CELL AND BIOLOGICAL FLUID PROCESSING - The invention is directed to a work station for use in performing processing of patient samples, storing equipment and drugs in a hospital and the like, the cart having a lower housing having caster wheels mounted on the bottom thereof, the lower housing having angular-shaped side panels therearound which may be opened for entrance into all sides of the housing, and one or more of the side panels; an upper housing mounted on top of the lower housing, the upper housing having one or more side panels therearound; and one or more work areas mounted on top of the upper housing, the shelf adapted for receiving point-of-care equipment. | 04-24-2014 |
20140235308 | REAL-TIME TRACKING OF LOCATIONS OF MACHINE-READABLE PAI GOW GAMING TILES - A preferred embodiment of a Pai Gow gaming table ( | 08-21-2014 |